Spyderco Dragonfly 2 Salt Review: VooDoo Steel and Big Time Utility

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  • Here's my review of the excellent and task-oriented Spyderco Dragonfly 2 Salt. This little knife is an amazing achievement of performance vs. size & weight. At only 1.2 oz., with less than 2" of cutting edge, the Dragonfly is great in hand, affords a powerful and secure grip, and has a steel and blade profile which make it an absolutely wicked utility blade. On top of that, the Dragonfly Salt is virtually impervious to rust and corrosion, due to its use of Japanese H1 Steel.
    This blade appears on the channel courstesy of Campfiretalk, an old and dear friend of mine, and a great supporter of the channel. If you're not subscribed to his channel, you need to be. Here's the link to his channel page:
    / @campfiretalk

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  • @dcxplant
    @dcxplant ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just love this little knife. I have a couple versions of their Dragonfly. The H1 is a bit soft, but the edge sharpens right up very easily with just a few passes on the stone. So light it disappears in my pocket, and because of the Spidey hole, it performs like a much larger knife. Awesome daily carry.

  • @ilovesoftwhispers
    @ilovesoftwhispers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    My goodness how that edge shines!!!

  • @wranglerstar
    @wranglerstar 10 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Good looking knife. I'd carry it.

    • @jasonwest7760
      @jasonwest7760 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      have owned a few spyderco knives, good product

    • @WilliamKister
      @WilliamKister 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Once you get used to it though, it grows on it and you begin to love it over thumb studs.

    • @helix_0065
      @helix_0065 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was on the fence about buying this knife because I didn’t know if it would be useful as an everyday carry tool, and I had a suspicion that the Dragonfly was more of a gimmick than anything else. Your channel is where I go to find recommendations for tools, and because of this comment, I’ll probably end up picking one of these up soon. Thanks for commenting!

  • @matt4270
    @matt4270 10 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've had a Pacific Salt as my EDC for about 4 years, and the H1 steel is great. No rust, and holds a good edge as advertised.

  • @Two_Bravo
    @Two_Bravo 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just bought one used on the second hand market. I paid less than half of what it would cost new and I love it. It was dirty when I got it. I cleaned it up with an old toothbrush and some dawn dish soap. Rinsed it good with hot water, air compressor dried it, then oiled the blade, pivot, and lock. Wow, WOW! What a fantastic knife. I was glade to see that you did a review on this knife Rob. I have been a subscriber for a long time.

  • @sixstringbayonet8808
    @sixstringbayonet8808 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just ordered this blade. Your video sold me :) Will be my fourth Spydie, and probably my favorite. Very nice edge polishing on yours also. I have the Ladybug with the HAP40 steel, which is incredible blade steel. It's the sharpest thing I've ever held in my hands. I'm a tiny knife lover. I've got a Manix2 which is great also, but there's something amazing about how well very skinny, ridiculously sharp blades slice through material. Nice video sir 👍

  • @guusdejong2523
    @guusdejong2523 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just ordered a salt 1 fully serrated, will come in tomorrow. Love the bright yellow and I love spyderco's serrations been edc'ing a stainless handeled serrated delica since 2 years now (I know you're more of a plain edge guy, I like both)

  • @LarsLondian
    @LarsLondian 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have had this knife in my Amazon shopping cart "saved for later for months" I love the fact it can resist rust so well.
    I have been exploring the use of Camellia oil for the past few months now also. So far so good "no rust" but you have to pick out additional pocket lint.

    • @TheApostleP
      @TheApostleP  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL! That's exactly how CFT and I were with the Caly 3.5... for a year! Stop agonizing and just buy one :)

  • @2durangoman
    @2durangoman 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your time on that one. I like to know know how a knife takes an edge, usually I need to buy one to find out. This could be my first spyderco. My rotation is usually Case slip joints. Thanks again!

  • @1allspub
    @1allspub 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another excellent TAP knife review. I used to have a DF2 in G10... really liked it, but found that I carried it less and less over time... so I sold it. However, if I was to get another it would be this exact one (ie, in H1). Despite the FRN (which I am very "meh" about)... that steel brings this knife home! I have a the Salt Ladybug3 Hawkbill in H1 and its pretty amazing stuff. Holds its serrated edge very well, has been through the washing machine a couple times with no issue, been boiled to dye the FRN, etc. Very durable little knife! If I was to add another Salt to my Pelican case it'd probably be either a DF2 or the Salt I.

  • @jk3898
    @jk3898 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is the most used knife i have, and i have 6. It is always in my pocket and when it goes missing i immediately start thinking about replacing it until it turns up again. I must use it 10x per day without even thinking.

  • @mgf555
    @mgf555 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    i got it in my pocket most of the time, no worries for water, or sweat, amazing blade, amazingly lightweight .. great tool, and that H1 blade is really amazing, I have not tested in sea, but I guess it does not generate any rust at all, one of my fav spydercos

  • @owenjosephking7396
    @owenjosephking7396 10 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I just wish that Spyderco would make a H1 UKPK SALT !

  • @thwwoodcraft1449
    @thwwoodcraft1449 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wife and I have one of these in our backpacks, reg version not the H1. Great choice for ultra light backpacking. Love the shape of that Spyderco FFG leaf blade and the vg10 is a nice working steel.

  • @MadMaxWill
    @MadMaxWill 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Grabbing this one for my girlfriend. No maintenance, corrosion resistant steel makes it a catch all. Only need a sharpening once or twice a year from myself. Cheers.

  • @thecentralavenuegunslinger7861
    @thecentralavenuegunslinger7861 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I got a new job and the boss said I couldn’t carry anything over 3 inches so I was like that evening ordering one of these

  • @tonyhoodlass1846
    @tonyhoodlass1846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best channel

  • @michiganedge4770
    @michiganedge4770 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    nice polish job on the edge!

  • @dariocarafa3788
    @dariocarafa3788 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    How many times you been stabbed? I've been stabbed with an exacto blade, about an inch and it was no joke at all. dragon fly isn't the bestestestest choice but you get the 2 inch blade jammed in your neck or arm or leg and you prob won't be laughing

    • @krazykat64
      @krazykat64 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dario Carafa I was just thinking the same thing. Terrorists brought down planes on 9/11 armed with box cutters. Pretty sure no one was laughing at those little blades.

  • @alecehrisman1695
    @alecehrisman1695 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude you are knowledgeable!

  • @thelonerider5644
    @thelonerider5644 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had the vg10 dragonfly a while. just ordered the salt version for biking and the like, perfect small utility knife and I expect with the rust resistance of the salt version it'll be even better...

  • @VeloWeave
    @VeloWeave 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I started a thread over on Spyderco forums about the H1 and was surprised to find out that there is a big difference between the plain edge blade and the serrated edge blade. Basically the SE version has far superior edge retention than it's PE counterpart. I can PM you the thread if interested.

    • @TheApostleP
      @TheApostleP  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great info, buddy! Please send me the link.

    • @VeloWeave
      @VeloWeave 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      goo.gl/wqLfkx

    • @TheApostleP
      @TheApostleP  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just read it fairly quickly, but very interesting. Thanks again!

    • @VeloWeave
      @VeloWeave 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      It made me wonder if I want an SE or a PE dragonfly. It would be a beach, camping, fishing, salt water beater so I think I'm leaning SE.

    • @jetsgo66
      @jetsgo66 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Get the serrated! It’s a monster

  • @pinkiewerewolf
    @pinkiewerewolf 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Dragonfly Salt is second on my list behind the Pacific for EDC rotation.
    I can't carry at work so the Dragonfly should work there. ;)

  • @shanellejones2643
    @shanellejones2643 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Def great bid and def a gorgeous edge... By far one of your best jobs. Awesome!!!

  • @rideronthestorm8930
    @rideronthestorm8930 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've had my eye on this knife for a while I just wonder if it might be too small. As someone who lives in a warm salty environment the pacific salt is in my pocket often.

  • @onedirection3510
    @onedirection3510 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet looking revolver in the opening! .357? .44? You have a video on it? Thanks.

  • @CampfireTalk
    @CampfireTalk 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good looking edge & great table top review buddy.
    In my review of this blade I mentioned a last ditch defensive option, but believe I also mention my go to would be pepper spray. Man did that create some dialog : ) It wasn't meant to be a primary weapon just a "better than using you fingernails tool".
    Any excuse is right : ) but it really does excel in a high corrosion environment & works great on jobs bigger than its size.

    • @TheApostleP
      @TheApostleP  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course we all knew you wouldn't choose a Dragonfly as a primary defense weapon, but I just couldn't resist the temptation to embellish the story at your expense. Merry Christmas, buddy :)

    • @CampfireTalk
      @CampfireTalk 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      TheApostleP talking applications for this knife, you hit the nail on the head with beach/diving knife & hiking. I had those in mind & this little knife is just so sporty.
      One down, 3 to go. So far so good!

  • @Knifeguyyy
    @Knifeguyyy 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great guest vid and beautiful edge! I'm with ya that it's too small, but I love my H1 pacific,,, might fit your mitts better? Worth a look,,,

    • @TheApostleP
      @TheApostleP  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the Pacific would definitely be my choice in a very humid or salty environment, but where I live, even D2 is stainless most of the time.

  • @Zechs00GT
    @Zechs00GT 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We finally disagree on something. I love that pocket clip!
    Yeah the "British Racing Green" sprint run had the ZDP-189 steel.
    There is something about the size and weight of this guy that draws me into it, but the price point for a 2 in blade was always a turn off.
    You are selling me on the H1 though, would love to see it in Spyderco's translucent blue handle.

    • @TheApostleP
      @TheApostleP  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't dislike the wire clip for how it retains the knife in pocket. In that regard it's excellent. My only issue is that on a small knife like this one, where I need to use it as an anchor point for deployment, it just bothers me that it moves.

    • @Zechs00GT
      @Zechs00GT 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, So after I read this I went and checked out my wife clip. Its on a larger knife so never had an issue with it but it really does flex like crazy. Its not that its lose or moving on the screw, it just flexes because, well it is a wire. I can see your point if you were anchoring on it, it would not make me confident in it's strength.

  • @Prometheus1111
    @Prometheus1111 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    good looking edge. looks like a knife i wouldn't mind owning.

    • @michiganedge4770
      @michiganedge4770 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      did you get one?

    • @Prometheus1111
      @Prometheus1111 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      no, i'd sure like to get something in that h1 though.

  • @davide88rn
    @davide88rn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i want this knife as my first knife for slicing tobacco and outdoor use.
    is this a good choice??

  • @LumeShot
    @LumeShot 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    dont think it can be taken apart. well mine cant

  • @05generic
    @05generic 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's a very cool little knife and I can't think of too many task that it couldn't deal with. Love the way the swedge incorporates into the grind. Being that I'm not a big fan of VG-10, the H1 seems like a good alternative.

    • @TheApostleP
      @TheApostleP  10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm definitely more of a ZDP guy, as an alternative to VG-10, but in a coastal or humid climate, I'd be all over that H1!

  • @weasel1weasel1
    @weasel1weasel1 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes it's in zdp189 and vg10, superblue sprintrun but its in a ffg not saber.
    Good vid thow

  • @tlove9125
    @tlove9125 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What would you suggest for a knife to run with? I live in a not so great area and use my phone on my arm for music and tracking my running. Hence, a potential moving target. In my hand I carry my keys and a small Spyderco lady bug on the key chain but would like something more substantial and water/salt resistant.

    • @TheApostleP
      @TheApostleP  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're looking at it Tony.

  • @jorgewashington2981
    @jorgewashington2981 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is this knife light enough to carry as a neck knife? Thanks for the vid.

    • @isaacm5339
      @isaacm5339 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes it is thats how i carry mine around and i forget im wearing it

  • @nexus4googleplay612
    @nexus4googleplay612 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    could've done without the Religion plug, but otherwise, a good review.

  • @ganonk3990
    @ganonk3990 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is this consider as a gravity knife? I'm in NY so just curious if I can buy it or not.

    • @ganonk3990
      @ganonk3990 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just saw this , th-cam.com/video/S2S_4G103Ik/w-d-xo.html interesting and confusing law

    • @ganonk3990
      @ganonk3990 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I do have valid fishing license, so that's ok then?

    • @borngeechee7621
      @borngeechee7621 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They gravity knife law has been turned over. It's no longer an issue unless your on the subway.

  • @ianmoritzkrecic7929
    @ianmoritzkrecic7929 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello,
    i have been trying to buy a this knife for myself for a long time but i have a problem. I live in Europe so im buying knives from different companies from there. I found a website called EuroKnife.com and they have this knife there. The problem is that they have two salt dragonflies (Two plain edge ones). One is around 95€ an the other is around 80€ but i can't tell the difference. You know a lot more about knives than I do, so I thought you could help me out with this. I just wanna know what makes one more expensive than the other. Im kinda broke so I want to get the best for my money. I hope you can help me with my problem. I would be very thankfull.
    Keep up your great videos!

  • @C2welder
    @C2welder 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    What angle do you recommend sharpening H1 at

    • @smlamt
      @smlamt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      18.5

  • @thechugdude
    @thechugdude 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just wish it was full flat ground

  • @b2xd461
    @b2xd461 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you get a mirror edge like that?

    • @francismeowgannou5322
      @francismeowgannou5322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A leather strop and some stropping compound will do the job after working down to very fine grit.

  • @dalecarpenter8828
    @dalecarpenter8828 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    maybe the g10 is better but not taking that chance for $80.00

    • @BrothersCinco
      @BrothersCinco 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's amazing reading this comment 4 years later in 2021 and the g10 dragonfly is now $122. Spyderco is constantly jacking up those prices. 50% price increase over 4 years for the same product